Articles by Jessica Levey

1279 Articles by Jessica Levey

Check out these 1279 articles written by Jessica Levey, Lead Staff Writer & Illustrator at American Marriage Ministries. The AMM Blog Covers wedding trends for officiants, and more!

Two penguins looking at each other, a pair of bonded penguins

419 DAYS AGO | 3.7.2025

Marriage Advice from 5 Animals That Mate for Life

Fun wedding advice from animals that mate for life! Tips for couples who just got engaged, are planning a wedding, celebrating an anniversary, or who just ne...

Primer plano de una novia que lleva un bolso con un vestido de novia en un día soleado

420 DAYS AGO | 3.6.2025

5 Artículos Esenciales para Tener en su Bolso de Mano el Día de Su Boda

¡Qué llevar en el bolso de mano o cartera de boda el gran día! Haga clic ahora para ver nuestra lista de artículos imprescindibles!

A colorful wedding in the woods, with lots of different guests smiling and happy, standing around the brides.

421 DAYS AGO | 3.5.2025

New Wedding Script! A Spiritual Wedding Ceremony Honoring Divine Love

We added a new spiritual wedding script to our library ✓ Click to read what makes this officiant wording special for your spiritual but not religious wedding...

Stylized painting of Egyptian Goddess of marriage

422 DAYS AGO | 3.4.2025

Marriage Advice From 5 Ancient Gods & Goddesses

Fun marriage advice & wedding tips from the ancient Gods & Goddesses of Marriage, from Isis to Hera, Hathor, and more!

A bridesmaid in a pink formal dress bends to sign the marriage license while guests watch in the distance during a wedding ceremony

424 DAYS AGO | 3.2.2025

Who Can Be a Witness for a Wedding & How Do You Choose?

Learn who can be a witness at a wedding ceremony, which states require wedding witnesses, and what you'll actually have to do the day of the wedding.

Close up photo of a dog at wedding ceremony

426 DAYS AGO | 2.28.2025

Can a Dog Officiate a Wedding? These States Allow Fido to Lead the Ceremony

Learn how your dog can serve as a ceremonial wedding officiant in states where couples can 'self-solemnize.' Your dog pretends to deliver the script as co-of...

Close up photo of a bride and groom pouring two colors of sand into a vase during a wedding unity sand ceremony

427 DAYS AGO | 2.27.2025

All About Unity Sand Colors: Meaning & Magic on the Wedding Day

Discover the symbolism of the Unity Sand Ceremony! Learn about unity sand colors & meaning to bring magic to the wedding day

Ilustración de la insignia de ministro ordenado / tarjeta de identificación / identificación del clero de AMM

430 DAYS AGO | 2.24.2025

Tarjeta de Identificación del Ministro: Para qué se Utiliza, Dónde Conseguirl...

La tarjeta de identificación de ministro es una credencial importante para un oficiante de bodas y un miembro del clero. Conozca para qué se utiliza una tar...

A bride and groom pose under a Native American wedding blanket during the ceremony

433 DAYS AGO | 2.21.2025

Native American Wedding Rituals & Traditions for Your Big Day

Discover modern & traditional Native American wedding rituals for your wedding ceremony and celebrate marriage with a focus on spirituality & community

Close up of bride carrying a purse in a wedding dress on a sunny day

434 DAYS AGO | 2.20.2025

5 Must-Have Items to Keep in Your Bridal Clutch on the Wedding Day

What to put in your bridal clutch or wedding purse on the big day! Click now to our list of must-have items.

Close up stock photo of a white cake with white icing, and rainbow colored layers inside, one slice missing

436 DAYS AGO | 2.18.2025

California Court Rules Baker Can’t Refuse Same-Sex Wedding Cake

California Court rules baker can't discriminate against same-sex couple who ordered a wedding cake based on sexual orientation, religious beliefs. (LGBTQ+ / ...